We are the Inverurie Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
This coastal walk takes you from Auchmithie to Lunan Bay with the majority running along some wonderful cliff tops. The walk starts from the small fishing village of Auchmithie, a few miles north east of Abroath. From here we will head north east through the countryside to West Mains, and then follow the coast around to Ethie Haven. In this area we will also pass near Ethie Castle which dates back to around 1300. The final section runs north along Lunan Bay and beach, passes the remains of Red Castle and then crosses Lunan Water and finishes in the little hamlet of the same name.
The walk is on rough, uneven tracks, paths and field edges and involves climbing over fences/gates and crossing a burn.
As this is a linear walk we will meet at Lunan Bay and then take a few cars to the start of the walk at Auchmithie. At the end of the walk we will use the cars at Lunan Bay to return to the starting point to pick up the other cars.
Booking is essential. Please contact the walk leader Maureen using the contact details provided to book, or if you have any questions, by the Thursday evening prior to the walk. Please phone or text. If you leave a message please remember to leave your name and contact telephone number. Confirmation of your booking is required for attendance. It is essential for the walk leader to know who is coming on the walk and to be able to contact people should there be any changes. Please remember to contact the walk leader if you are no longer able to attend.
Good walking boots and waterproofs essential. Bring food and drink. Walking poles if required.
Parking: Public car parks at Lunan Bay and Auchmithie
Toilets: In Lunan Farm Shop & Cafe (through a comfort partnership) and in the village of Auchmithie. At the time of reconnaissance the Lunan Bay Farm Shop & Cafe was closed due to storm damage but was due to reopen in March.
Lunan Bay car park. OS Landranger Map 54.
Auchmithie car park. OS Landranger Map 54.
Lunan Bay car park. OS Landranger Map 54.
